Candle Play

Candle play, sometimes called wax play, is a form of BDSM sensation play in which warm wax is dripped from a candle onto a consenting partner's body. The mix of heat, anticipation, and the slow trickle of wax creates an intense sensory experience that some find both relaxing and erotic. Safety matters: temperature varies by wax type, so many people use low-melting-point soy or paraffin massage candles made for skin rather than ordinary household or beeswax candles, which burn much hotter. Distance from the skin, avoiding the face and other sensitive areas, and having a way to remove wax and stop quickly are common precautions. As with all kink, candle play depends on clear consent, communication, and agreed limits.